F2586 - .... Mandate with IBAN &1 already exists for paying company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 586

• Message text: .... Mandate with IBAN &1 already exists for paying company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2586 - .... Mandate with IBAN &1 already exists for paying company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message F2586 indicates that there is an attempt to create a mandate (a direct debit authorization) for a specific IBAN (International Bank Account Number) that already exists for the specified paying company code. This typically occurs in the context of managing direct debit mandates in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Mandate: The primary cause of this error is that a mandate with the same IBAN already exists in the system for the specified company code. This can happen if:
  
  The mandate was previously created and not properly deleted.
  There was an attempt to create a mandate for a customer or vendor that already has an active mandate.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mandates:
  
  Use transaction code FDM1 (for creating mandates) or FDM2 (for displaying mandates) to check if a mandate with the specified IBAN already exists for the paying company code.
  If you find an existing mandate, you may need to review its details to determine if it is still valid or if it needs to be updated.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Mandate:
  
  If the existing mandate is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction code FDM3 (for deleting mandates).
  If the mandate needs to be updated, you can modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Create a New Mandate:
  
  If you need to create a new mandate for a different purpose or with different details, ensure that the IBAN is unique or that the existing mandate is appropriately handled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on managing direct debit mandates to ensure compliance with any specific processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Mandate Management: Understanding how mandates work in SAP is crucial. Mandates are used in direct debit processes to authorize payments from a customer's bank account.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FDM1, FDM2, and FDM3 for managing mandates.
  Data Integrity: Ensure that your data entry processes are robust to prevent duplicate entries in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F2586 and manage your direct debit mandates effectively.